Job Summary
We have a vacancy for an apprentice to join our team here at the nursery at Chase Farm in Enfield. We are looking for a new member of our hardworking and dedicated team who will have enthusiasm and drive to complete the apprenticeship , be willing to learn and be an asset to the team at Chase Farm Staff Day Nursery.
Apprenticeships at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust combine the practical training in a job with study with an external training provider. Apprenticeships are developed by actual practitioners and employers so relate to the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to do that job. They are open to people of any age and are not restricted by a person's prior qualifications.
Apprenticeships can be a starting point for a career in the NHS. At the end of your apprenticeship programme, you will achieve an Apprenticeship Certificate confirming the grade of your assessment (Pass, Merit Distinction) and the potential to develop your career further at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
If an existing member of Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust staff successfully applies for this apprenticeship vacancy their pay will be protected for the length of the apprenticeship programme if their existing band is equal to or lower than the apprentice role they are applying for. Where their existing band is higher, they would be paid at the top of the band that the apprenticeship vacancy is matched to instead of their existing band.
Main duties of the job
Apprentice is working towards the following job description and should not be expected to perform the full duties of the role until competencies are signed off.
Active member of the Team in providing a safe, stimulating and emotionally safe environment for children aged 6 months to 5 years.
To adhere to Nursery, Ofsted, EYFS and The Royal Free Foundation Trust Policies and procedures.
Working across 3 sites - Royal Free, Chase Farm and Barnet Hospital.
About Us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
Details
Date posted
24 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£21,081.50 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Apprenticeship
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
391-RFL-7335426
Job locations
Chase Farm Staff Nursery - Chase Farm Hospital
The Ridgeway
Enfield
EN2 8JL
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
oRoyal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values-Welcoming-Respectful-Communicating-Reassuring
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- oWork as part of a team and individual oBe able communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- oWilling to learn and develop to achieve a relevant child care qualification
Desirable
- Understanding that some course work is completed out of work hours
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- oBe adaptable and flexible and be able to use initiative
Desirable
- Be confident to ask questions to help your learning
Other
Essential
- oBe able to cover varying shifts to ensure ratios are met
Person Specification
oRoyal Free World Class Values
Essential
- oBe able to cover varying shifts to ensure ratios are met
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chase Farm Staff Nursery - Chase Farm Hospital
The Ridgeway
Enfield
EN2 8JL
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chase Farm Staff Nursery - Chase Farm Hospital
The Ridgeway
Enfield
EN2 8JL
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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